Welder

LeMay Pierce County has an immediate opening for a Licensed Welder to join our team in Tacoma, WA. As a welder, you will be building and repairing metal containers, compactors and more. You will operate equipment to organize and move containers in our storage yard. You will be expected to keep equipment in a safe working order. You will be expected to meet all company regulations and standards.

Come, join a team environment, and colleagues who embrace a "work hard, play harder" culture. Our compensation package is competitive and comes with excellent benefits. You'll also be associating yourself with a company that likes to lead by example through a strong presence in our local communities, charitable giving, sustainability initiatives, and more.

Starting pay will be $28.00 per hour depending on experience. Schedule will be Monday to Friday, from 5am to 1:30pm. This is a full-time position that comes with benefits.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform welding and repair of trash/compactor containers, compactor repairs and metal repairs in our fleet.

• Weld components using manual or semi-automatic welding equipment in various positions (vertical, horizontal, or overhead)

• Read blueprints and drawings and take or read measurements to plan layout and procedures.

• Determine the appropriate welding equipment or method based on requirements.

• Test and inspect welded surfaces and structure to discover and fix any flaws.

• Maintains a clean, safe work area in compliance with Corporate and OSHA standards.

• Performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures, documenting parts usage, and accounting for repair times.

• Ability to effectively communicate needed repairs or tasks and work as a team.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT:

• Extensive physical activity. Requires strenuous physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects over 50 pounds.

• Work environment involves some exposure to physical risks such as moving mechanical parts. Which require following basic safety precautions.

• Work environment may be indoors in a shop, or outdoors to repair containers in the yard. Usually, it is well-lit and ventilated. Sometimes it's necessary to work in awkward or tight positions and to handle greasy or dirty tools. These factors require following basic safety precautions.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Certified Welder or Fabricator (Journeyman)

• 3-4 years of experience welding.

• Experience using a variety of welding equipment and procedures (TIG, MMA etc.)

• Forklift experience preferred.

• Experience in using electrical or manual tools (saws, squares, calipers etc.)

• Valid Washington driver's license.

• Commercial Driving License is a huge plus!

• Must be able to pass all pre-employment tests. i.e. Background check, drug test, driving record.

• Ability to read, write, comprehend, and communicate in English.

To be considered for any of our current openings you must complete an application at ~~~. Application information and additional instructions can be found once you select your position of interest.

We offer excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, long-term & short-term disability, life insurance, 401K retirement and unlimited opportunities to "Connect with Your Future".

Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.